Doctoral Programs Tuition and Costs
Creating a Financial Plan
A Spirit-empowered degree from ORU is life-changing and worth the investment. Use the direct and indirect costs listed on this page to start planning your educational budget while we partner with you to discuss the many pathways to consider in financing your degree.
Direct Costs = Tuition + Fees + Additional Costs
Indirect Costs = Books + Supplies + Travel
Financial Aid = Scholarships + Grants + Federal Aid
Your Educational Budget = (Direct Costs + Indirect Costs) - (Financial Aid)
As a doctoral student, you may benefit from scholarships, federal assistance and our interest-free payment plans, which can greatly help you reduce the need to borrow. If you need help creating a financial plan, connect with us today.
Listed Cost vs. Actual Cost
It’s important to remember that your actual cost is what’s left over after you include all financial aid opportunities - scholarships, grants, loans, etc. - listed on your financial aid offer. Chances are, your actual cost may be significantly lower than the listed cost. Knowing the difference doesn’t have to be hard. We’re here to help you every step of the way.
Graduate School Tuition (2026-2027)
Full-time for programs within the Graduate School of Arts & Cultural Studies include
6 credit hours per semester and 18 credit hours per year (Fall, Spring, and Summer).
The cost per credit hour is $870. Tuition and fees are based on the 2026 - 2027 academic year and are subject to change.
The financial aid budgeted amount for Housing and Food is based on the cost of a meal
plan with a standard double room. Your actual cost may change depending on the room
type you select. Full-time for programs within the Graduate School of Education is 6 credit hours per
semester and 12 credit hours per year (Fall and Spring). The cost per credit hour
is $895. Tuition and fees are based on the 2026 - 2027 academic year and are subject to change.
The financial aid budgeted amount for Housing and Food is based on the cost of a meal
plan with a standard double room. Your actual cost may change depending on the room
type you select. Full-time for programs within the Graduate School of Theology & Ministry is 6 credit
hours per semester and 18 credit hours per year (Fall, Spring, and Summer). The cost
per credit hour is $770. Tuition and fees are based on the 2026 - 2027 academic year and are subject to change.
The financial aid budgeted amount for Housing and Food is based on the cost of a meal
plan with a standard double room. Your actual cost may change depending on the room
type you select. Full-time for programs within the Graduate School of Theology & Ministry is 6 credit
hours per semester and 18 credit hours per year (Fall, Spring and Summer). The cost
per credit hour is $825. Tuition and fees are based on the 2026 - 2027 academic year and are subject to change.
The financial aid budgeted amount for Housing and Food is based on the cost of a meal
plan with a standard double room. Your actual cost may change depending on the room
type you select. Please note: If you plan to enroll in modular courses, this will result in lesser budgetary allowances
for living expenses. The per diem for modular students’ lodging/meals is $122 per
day, with an additional $500 travel budget per trip to Tulsa. If you plan to enroll
in online courses, there will be no allowance of housing/food/travel allowances in
your financial aid package. Some programs may require you to complete leveling courses if you did not complete
courses during your master’s program that are needed for enrollment in a specific
doctoral course. A one-time deposit charged upon acceptance
Direct Costs
Per Semester
Per Year
Tuition
$5,220
$15,660
Books and Supplies
$1,200
$3,600
Full-Time General Fee
$660
$1,980
Technology Fee
$250
$750
Est. Total Direct Costs
$7,330
$21,990
Indirect Costs
Per Semester
Per Year
Housing and Food
$5,620
$16,860
Misc./Insurance
$480
$1,440
Travel
$1,000
$3,000
Est. Total Indirect Costs
$7,100
$21,300
Total
Per Semester
Per Year
Est. Cost of Tuition
$14,430
$43,290
Direct Costs
Per Semester
Per Year
Tuition
$5,370
$10,740
Books and Supplies
$1,200
$2,400
Full-Time General Fee
$660
$1,320
Technology Fee
$250
$500
Est. Total Direct Costs
$7,480
$14,960
Indirect Costs
Per Semester
Per Year
Housing & Food
$5,620
$11,240
Misc./Insurance
$480
$960
Travel
$1,000
$2,000
Est. Total Indirect Costs
$7,100
$14,200
Total
Per Semester
Per Year
Estimated Cost of Tuition
$14,580
$29,160
Direct Costs
Per Semester
Per Year
Tuition
$4,620
$13,860
Books and Supplies
$1,200
$3,600
Full-Time General Fee
$660
$1,980
Technology Fee
$250
$750
Est. Total Direct Costs
$6,730
$20,190
Indirect Costs
Per Semester
Per Year
Housing & Food
$5,620
$16,860
Misc./Insurance
$480
$1,440
Travel
$1,000
$3,000
Est. Total Indirect Costs
$7,100
$21,300
Total
Per Semester
Per Year
Est. Cost of Tuition
$13,830
$41,490
Direct Costs
Per Semester
Per Year
Tuition
$4,950
$14,850
Books and Supplies
$1,200
$3,600
Full-Time General Fee
$660
$1,980
Technology Fee
$250
$750
Est. Total Direct Costs
$7,060
$21,180
Indirect Costs
Per Semester
Per Year
Housing & Food
$5,620
$16,860
Misc./Insurance
$480
$1,440
Travel
$1,000
$3,000
Est. Total Indirect Costs
$7,100
$21,300
Total
Per Semester
Per Year
Est. Cost of Tuition
$14,160
$42,480
Modular Courses
Leveling Courses
Degree/Program
Per Credit Hour
3 Credit Hours
All Residential Master's Level Programs
$1,494
$4,482
Fee
Cost (one-time only)
Description
Tuition Deposit
$150
Comprehensive Exam
$550
Required for PRFT 920 Mid-Level Assessment.
Dissertation Costs
$271
The estimated cost to print and bind 4 copies of a 300-page dissertation that’s copyrighted.
Regalia
$145
The estimated cost of purchasing graduation regalia.
Total
$1,116